Canada pushes for a 16-year USMCA renewal as July deadline nears

TL;DR
Canada formally requested in Washington that the USMCA be renewed for 16 years, arguing the pact gives North America a competitive edge while acknowledging areas to improve; talks on sectoral tariffs are seen as essential, with the US seeking greater access for dairy and higher North American content in cars. If no extension is agreed by July 1, the pact would be renewed annually through 2036 amid domestic pressure to conclude a deal.
- Canada formally requests renewal of North American free trade pact BBC
- Canada tells U.S., Mexico it wants CUSMA renewed CBC
- LeBlanc Touts Integrated Canada-US Oil Market Before Greer Talks Bloomberg.com
- Mexico backs extending USMCA trade pact for 16 years Reuters
- Canada calls for US and Mexico free-trade agreement to be renewed for another 16 years The Hill
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